Strong momentum to continue in Q4, says CEA Anantha Nageswaran

The strong momentum of the economy is expected to continue in fourth quarter of current financial year, chief economic advisor V Anantha Nageswaran said on Thursday and hoped the farm sector will stage a rebound in next quarter. The farm sector contracted 0.8% during Q3 of 2023-24 largely due to impact of patchy monsoon rains. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/i17qyQs

'Always a delight': PM talks AI, agriculture, health with Gates

Bill Gates and PM Narendra Modi discussed AI for public good, digital public infrastructure, women-led development, innovation in agriculture, health, and climate adaptation, emphasizing the importance of leveraging AI and driving innovation. PM Modi, expressing his enthusiasm after the meeting, took to X (formerly Twitter) and said, "A wonderful meeting indeed! Always a delight to discuss sectors which will make our planet better and empower millions of people across the globe." Via Times of India https://ift.tt/i17qyQs

Rabri Devi hits out at turncoats, calls them 'shameless'

Two days after three opposition legislators—two from the Congress and one from the RJD—crossed over to the BJP, RJD leader and Bihar’s former chief minister Rabri Devi on Thursday came down heavily on them, terming them as “shameless” and said they must have resigned from the respective parties before switching their allegiance. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/i17qyQs

Sukhu lives to see another day as mantri retracts move to quit

Even as the Congress govt was grappling with a crisis triggered by cross-voting in RS polls, son of late former CM Virbhadra Singh and state PCC chief Pratibha Singh Vikramaditya announced his resignation as PWD minister in Sukhu’s cabinet at a presser in the assembly complex, breaking down and alleging humiliation. Within hours though, the Shimla Rural MLA retracted his decision Via Times of India https://ift.tt/JlYgzSO

Rapes, molestations at Guj nat’l law univ. 'Scary,' says HC

Gujarat HC has pulled up GNLU over a "really scary" report revealing incidents of molestation, rape, discrimination, homophobia, favouritism, suppression of voices and lack of an internal complaint committee. "How come this is a national law university," HC asked and decided to form a high-level panel to investigate GNLU's affairs. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/JlYgzSO

Indian team boycotts Thai representatives at WTO talks

A comment by Thailand's ambassador to WTO accusing India of using 'subsidised' rice for capturing the export market has created a diplomatic storm. Indian negotiators refused to participate in deliberations. The Indian govt lodged a strong protest and the issue of public stockholding remains unresolved due to the unwillingness of rich nations to discuss reducing import duties. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/JlYgzSO

Gunmen attack Manipur additional SP's home

Unidentified gunmen fired at the private residence of an additional SP police officer in Manipur's Imphal East district. Conflicting reports emerged of the officer being kidnapped and later rescued by members of Arambai Tenggoll. The officer's family members cowered inside as gunshots rang out. Manipur Police quickly mobilised forces and launched a successful rescue operation. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/vzxBq5d